Latif sets record in New Delhi, aims to break 8m barrier

Proud moment: Abdul Latif Romly (centre), Mohd Ziyad Zolkefli (left) and Mohd Nazmi Nasri showing off their medals. — Bernama

SEPANG: Winning gold is the dream of many – but for Abdul Latif Romly, it’s just the beginning.

The 28-year-old para long jumper soared to his fifth world title last week at the World Para Athletics Championships in New Delhi, setting a new T20 world record with a massive 7.67m leap – eclipsing his own previous mark of 7.64m set in 2018.